What's on this weekend in Melbourne

Until 12 Feb

Midsumma Festival

The festival returns with 200+ events showcasing queer culture and spectacular performances.

Until 5 Feb

Darkfield

Be immersed in four shipping container experiences: Séance, Flight, Coma and Eulogy.

Until 11 Feb

Summer Films

Catch a free film on the big screen at Fed Square this summer.

Until 28 Apr

Live at the Bowl

Enjoy a festival of music, dance, community-led and family-friendly events for everyone.

4 Feb

Darren Hayes

Enjoy a live concert from singer and songwriter Darren Hayes.

Until 26 Feb

Summer of Play

Celebrate sunny days and balmy nights at Melbourne Museum.

4 – 18 Feb

Walsh Street Guided Tour

Explore Robin Boyd’s iconic residence at 290 Walsh Street on a guided tour.

4 Feb

Growing Gourmet Mushrooms at Home

Learn how to grow mushrooms during Sustainable Living Festival Month

1 – 12 Feb

tick, tick...BOOM!

Australian premiere of the pop rock off-Broadway musical tick, tick...BOOM!

4 Feb

WNBL: Southside Flyers v Sydney Flames

Lauren Jackson and the Southside Flyers play the first ever WNBL game at John Cain Arena.

Until 14 Apr

NGV Friday Nights: Alexander McQueen

Friday nights inspired by '90s London and the exhibition, Alexander McQueen: Mind, Mythos, Muse.

Until 1 Oct

NGV Architecture Commission: Temple of Boom

An outdoor installation in the NGV garden inspired by the The Parthenon.

Until 3 Jun

THE LUME Melbourne

Enter the world of Monet and Friends – an epic adventure into French Impressionism.

Until 18 Feb

The Phantom of the Opera

Experience the phenomenon when the spectacular new production comes to Melbourne.

Until 16 Apr

Alexander McQueen: Mind, Mythos, Muse

The first major Australian exhibition to explore the work of fashion designer Alexander McQueen.

Until 6 Apr

MPavilion

Australia’s leading architecture and design event returns to Melbourne.

Until 26 Mar

Naadohbii: To Draw Water

An exhibition of First Peoples contemporary art from Canada, NZ and Australia.

Until 30 Apr

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

The brand-new production can now be enjoyed in one magical afternoon or evening.

Until 9 Apr

Bottomless Brunch Afloat

Enjoy a two-hour bottomless brunch cruise along the Yarra River.

Flash Forward

Explore 40 city laneways that have been transformed by over 80 creatives.

Until 12 Jun

Jewellery and Body Adornment from the NGV Collection

Explore this exquisite selection of jewellery and body adornment from antiquity to the present day.

Until Dec 2023

Arts Centre Melbourne Sunday Market

Discover handcrafted treasures made by local artisans.

Until 23 Jul

Defending With Pride

An exhibition revealing stories of LGBTQ+ service.

Summer Paradiso

Moon Dog Brewing has teamed up with Arts Centre Melbourne to launch a new pop-up bar.

Until 26 Mar

Moonlight Cinema Melbourne

Don't miss out on cult classics, blockbusters and family favourites under the stars.

Until 26 Feb

RONE: Tableau of Without Darkness There is No Light

A temporary art installation by the Melbourne artist.

Until 25 Feb

Saboteurs

Step into an an immersive, interactive space-themed game.

1 Feb – 9 Apr

Yoga at THE LUME Melbourne

Join Happy Melon Studios for an immersive and multi-sensory yoga experience at THE LUME.

Until 2 Apr

China – The Past is Present

Highlights from the NGV’s collections of Chinese art and design.

1 – 28 Feb

What's on in February

Things to do in Melbourne in February, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

Until 7 Jul

The Rest is Up To You

Step inside the world of Melbourne Fringe and experience 40 years of festival history.

3 – 4 Feb

Basement Comedy Club: Nazeem Hussain, Lehmo and More

Big Friday and Saturday shows with comedians and surprise guests.

1 – 28 Feb

National Sustainable Living Festival

Showcasing sustainability and climate thought leaders.

5 Feb

Gin-dulgent High Tea with Chef Sigrid

Take your seat for a guided gin high tea like no other.

Until 23 Apr

TIME • RONE

An immersive, multi-sensory installation adorned with Rone’s haunting signature murals.

Until 4 Mar

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

Stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.

Until 5 May

Carlton Aperitivo Tour

Indulge in the much-loved aperitivo tradition on a tour of Melbourne's 'Little Italy'.

Until 31 May

Punting on the Lake

Glide between the bays and islands of Ornamental Lake on a guided boat cruise.

Until 2 Apr

The Global Life of Design

Explore how global trade and supply chains have influenced international design into the modern day.

Until 1 Nov

Lost Jobs: The Changing World of Work

Find out about the work of a ‘nightman’, a ‘scoop boy’, and a phrenologist.